Interior

The Formentor benefits from the latest technology being used across the Volkswagen Group, which means that the cabin is dominated by screens and displays. However, the basics have been covered off well too, with good storage up front and a relatively spacious rear seating area. A range of copper-coloured elements - a CUPRA ​hallmark - help to brighten up the cabin even further too. 

When it comes to boot space, there’s 450 litres available in front-wheel-drive versions, though all-wheel-drive variants bring a still-respectable 420 litres. 

Exterior

The exterior design of the Formentor has been designed to stand out from the crowd and it certainly achieves that. The front grille’s intricate design gives it a premium appeal, while the copper-coloured Cupra badge sits loud and proud in front of it. 

Around the back it’s the single-piece rear light that’ll likely attract attention, linking together the two LED tail lights. It’s a clever design, toeing the line in between a hatchback and SUV well. 

Technology

As we’ve already mentioned, the Formentor is practically bristling with equipment. You get a huge 12-inch central touchscreen and it’s here that you’ll access key media and satellite navigation functions, as well as the heating and ventilation controls. You get wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto too, which makes integrating your smartphone into the car’s system even easier. 

There’s a configurable screen ahead of the driver too, replacing the conventional dials. These are really clear and easy to read and can be used to display all manner of readouts. 

Performance

If you’re after performance, you’re unlikely to be disappointed by the Formentor. Range-topping cars boast a powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine with 306bhp and 400Nm of torque, enabling a 0-60mph time of 4.7 seconds. It’s all-wheel-drive too, so you get great traction even in poor conditions. 

However, if you’re wanting something a little greener, there’s also a plug-in hybrid variant alongside less-powerful petrol engines which major less on outright performance and focus more on lower running costs. 

Trim levels

V1

V1 cars kick off the range but get a healthy amount of standard equipment including 18-inch wheels and that aforementioned 12-inch touchscreen. You also get LED headlights and taillights with dynamic turn signals, alongside rain-sensing wipers and interior ambient lighting.

V2

Move up to V2 and those alloy wheels are increased in size to 19 inches and you also get adaptive cruise control and keyless entry. A rear view camera helps when parking, too.

VZ2

VZ2-specification cars also get 19-inch alloy wheels, but one of the biggest upgrades here is the inclusion of dynamic chassis control. This allows you to stiffen or soften off the suspension to your liking, which can make a real difference over the UK's broken roads.

VZ3

Finally, there's VZ3. You now get 19-inch machined alloy wheels with copper and black detailing, alongside dynamic chassis control and high-performance Brembo brakes. This final feature makes a real difference, as they're sharp and responsive.